Philippines

Philippines seeking to expand military drone capabilities in modernization push, defense chief says

US defense ally the Philippines also plans to acquire additional guided-missile corvettes and other major defense assets to beef up its external defense capabilities.

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Philippine military personnel observe as a drones flies in Mariveles, Province of Bataan on April 8, 2025, at a handover ceremony where the Australian government donated 20 units of Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) to the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG).
General view of the Filipino flag and the Senate of the Philippines official logo, at the Senate of the Philippines, before the State of the Nation Address SONA 2024.

School shooter livestreams murder-suicide in Phillipines classroom attack

The president of Ateneo De Zamboanga University confirmed that two people were killed in the attack.

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ASEAN Secretary-General Kao Kim Hourn, other South Asian Foreign Ministers during the opening ceremony of the ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting at the Philippine International Convention Center in Pasay city, Philippines, July 21, 2026.

ASEAN's top diplomats meet, to issue statement amid 'grave concern' over US-Iran conflict

ASEAN will gather against the backdrop of instability beyond the region since the US and Iran resumed open conflict, raising concerns about energy supplies through the Strait of Hormuz and inflation.

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Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte, eldest daughter of Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte, speaks before students in Davao city in southern Philippines, August 6, 2017

Sara Duterte impeachment trial begins, setting stage for 2028 Philippines election

Opinion polls show Duterte is a leading contender for the 2028 election, but a guilty verdict could jeopardize her presidential ambitions.

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Filipino workers ‘debunk negative concepts about Israel' - interview

Even when there are pro-Hamas demonstrations, most of the participants don’t know what Hamas is. “They’re just shouting,” said Philippines Ambassador to Israel Pedro Laylo Jr.

NOVEMBER 19, 2023ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
PHILIPPINES AMBASSADOR to Israel Pedro Laylo Jr.

Caught up in war, Israel's migrant workers face tough choices

While many migrant workers and relatives back home fear for their safety if they stay in Israel, some said they cannot afford to give up their jobs.

OCTOBER 25, 2023ByREUTERS
Thai foreing workers work in the agricultural field in Hefer Valley, April 9, 2023.

Philippine coast guard rescues 120 people as ferry catches fire

The Philippines, an archipelago of more than 7,600 islands, has a poor record for maritime safety, with vessels often overcrowded and many aging ships in use.

JUNE 18, 2023ByREUTERS
Smoke rises due to a massive fire at a ferry in Bohol, Philippines, June 18, 2023 in this handout image.

Israel, Philippines sign environmental protection MOU

The MOU calls for Israel and the Philippines to share best practices around environmental protection.

JUNE 5, 2023ByMAAYAN JAFFE-HOFFMAN
Foreign Minister Eli Cohen talks during a news conference with Cyprus Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos and Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias at the Presidential Palace in Nicosia, Cyprus March 31, 2023

All-female drummer band performs in the Philippines to mark Israel’s 75th birthday

MAY 28, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Israel’s rhythmania entertains children in white cross orphanage

Magical Cities and Falls of Brazil and the 7,000 Islands of the Philippines

The Jerusalem Post Podcast - Travel Edition, Episode 58.

MAY 8, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Christ The Redeemer statue in Rio De Janeiro. Sunset, shot from the helicopter

Snakes cartwheel to get out of danger in new tactic - study

This small, semi-fossorial snake is known to be secretive and nocturnal and is often found hiding in the leaf litter or under rocks during the day.

APRIL 5, 2023ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Illustrative image of a snake.

The Philippines: A small Jewish community with a giant heart - opinion

Fourteen times bigger than Israel and with a population of over 110 million, the Philippines has always punched its weight as a hospitable nation for the Jewish community.

MARCH 20, 2023ByLEE SAUNDERS
THE WRITER (left) poses with Dovi Hershkop (center) and Mendel Magur at Chabad House El Nido.

Flight attendants caught smuggling 27 kg of onions into Philippines

The crew members were also in possession of 10.5 kg of lemons, as well as other fruits and vegetables.

JANUARY 17, 2023ByWALLA! TOURISM
Close to 40kg of smuggled produce was discovered in the luggage of Philippine Airlines crew members on Friday.

Chef Nir Liv brings a taste of Israel to the Philippines

DECEMBER 25, 2022By JERUSALEM POST STAFF